Posting Summary:

Teachers College (TC) is committed to fostering a vibrant, nurturing community founded upon the fundamental dignity and worth of all of its members, and providing a working, learning, and living environment free from discrimination and harassment. The College's Advancing Community Together (ACT) initiative serves as a guiding principle for the Office of Community Affairs, promoting a welcoming and collegial environment that supports the free expression of ideas and an unwavering commitment to learning and scholarship.

The Office of Community Affairs takes a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach powered by a focus on shared values, extending its work to all members within Teachers College—students, faculty, staff, and visitors—and the surrounding external community. Structured around engagement and infrastructure, the office seeks to build strong relationships with internal departments that advance communities even beyond the TC walls. The office draws on Teachers College's historical commitment to social justice to address new and developing community challenges.

Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Investigations Manager and Title VI Coordinator is responsible for conducting investigations into allegations of discrimination and harassment under the Teachers College policies. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Community Affairs, this position serves as the College's primary Title VI Coordinator and Deputy Title IX Coordinator. In this capacity, they serve as the primary investigator, leading institutional efforts to ensure compliance with non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, regulations, and policies.

This role requires a deep understanding of civil rights laws and a proven track record of conducting thorough and unbiased investigations, as well as developing and delivering training and educational programs. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical and communication skills, capable of managing complex and sensitive matters with discretion and a commitment to impartiality.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university or the equivalent in education, training and experience.
• Three or more years of working within a college or university setting.
• Three or more years of investigatory or relevant professional experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and other relevant civil rights laws and regulations.
• Strong organization, planning, analytical, and problem-resolution abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on preparing clear, concise, and comprehensive reports.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills with an emphasis on education and training.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies with diplomacy and tact.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) as well as the willingness to learn new technology.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school or Master’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Five years of investigatory or relevant professional experience.
• Experience working in a graduate or professional school setting.
• Familiarity with Maxient, Banner, Salesforce, and Hivebrite.

Salary Range:

$120,000 - $135,000

Work Modality:

Hybrid

Competitive Compensation and Benefits 

The salary range reflects the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for the position at the time of the job posting.  Salary decisions are dependent on several factors including but not limited to market and organizational considerations, experience, and qualifications of a selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.

Our benefits contribute significantly to the total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans; flexible and hybrid work schedules; tuition remission; life insurance; short and long-term disability insurance; an exceptional employer retirement matching program; health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, and a robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Hybrid/Remote

Teachers College maintains a hybrid work environment, which provides employees with flexible work arrangements while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person college-campus culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite or in a hybrid model (a combination of in-office and virtual days). Employees are expected to live within a 150-mile radius of the College.